Traditional Gravy

Country Living shares this Thanksgiving recipe, inspired by the cooking style of New York City chef Tom Valenti. Add a few tablespoons of brandy while gravy comes to a boil, to give it added flavor. Serve with Roast Capon

Ingredients

Directions

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in the capon roasting pan or a large saucepan. Add the garlic and cook until lightly golden -- about 2 minutes.

Add the flour and stir until browned and bubbling -- 2 to 3 minutes more. Stir in the degreased capon drippings and the broth and cook until the mixture begins to boil and the gravy thickens -- about 5 minutes.

Strain the gravy into a clean bowl, dot the gravy with pea-sized pieces of the remaining butter, and keep warm. (Gravy may also be reheated in a microwave oven).

Tips & Techniques

Add a few tablespoons of brandy while gravy comes to a boil, to give it added flavor.